2011 Nissan 370Z vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (272 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 69 kg more than 1971 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Statesman (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 1971 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan 370Z | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | 370Z | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4247 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1326 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
